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Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Symptoms After Contraceptive Failure

Is it possible to become pregnant? Hello doctor, my girlfriend and I had sexual intercourse on July 18th. We used a condom, but it accidentally broke at the end (though I did not ejaculate). We did not continue afterward, and I took emergency contraception (Ella) within an hour. ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wait another week, and if your period does not arrive, you can take a pregnancy test. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse: Key Insights

Probability of Pregnancy On July 20, I had intercourse with my boyfriend using a condom, and he did not ejaculate. My last menstrual period started on June 30. What is the likelihood of pregnancy in this situation? Since it was both of our first times, I am feeling anxious. Today...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Just observe. Wishing you good health.

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Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Effectiveness and Health Tips After Use

Emergency contraceptive pill Hello Dr. Chen: On July 20th at 12:00 AM, I had intercourse with my girlfriend and later discovered that the condom had a hole (it was confirmed that the hole was on the inside; although I withdrew before ejaculation, I am aware that there are concern...


Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, emergency contraceptive pills are more effective the sooner they are taken after sexual intercourse, with a success rate of about 90%. After taking emergency contraceptive pills, there is no need for special follow-up. If your partner's next expected menstrual period ...

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Emergency Contraceptive Pills: What You Need to Know After Unprotected Sex

Emergency contraceptive pill Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about an incident that occurred with my girlfriend. We had intercourse on July 20 at 12:00 AM, and I immediately noticed that the condom had a hole (although I withdrew before ejaculation, I am aware that pre-ejac...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, emergency contraception is effective within 48 hours, so you should not become pregnant. You can continue to eat normally. Wishing you good health!

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Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Effectiveness After Condom Failure

Emergency contraceptive pill If a condom broke during intercourse with your girlfriend and you immediately washed the external area, and then took emergency contraception (Levonorgestrel) within three hours, the likelihood of pregnancy is relatively low. Emergency contraception i...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability should be low. Wishing you good health.

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Can Friction Alone Cause Pregnancy? Understanding the Risks

Can I get pregnant? Hello, Dr. Tsao. I would like to inquire: Yesterday, on July 24th, I was grinding against my girlfriend while wearing underwear and cotton pants (which became slightly damp due to some bodily fluids). My girlfriend was wearing thinner underwear (which also had...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is generally unlikely to become pregnant. Wishing you good health.

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Do I Need Another Urine Test After a Positive Pregnancy Result?

Do we need to do the test again? I don't want to do a urine test again? Hello, I would like to ask, a few days ago I went to Clinic A for a pregnancy test, and the health insurance quick access system states: 1. Received a pregnancy test at the clinic, result "positive....


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a routine urine test usually takes only one minute, so it doesn't take long. Generally, obstetricians and gynecologists will conduct a second test for confirmation. Wishing you good health!

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Do You Need a New Pregnancy Test at Another Clinic?

Examination issues I would like to ask, I had a pregnancy test done at Clinic A, and the health insurance quick access shows that I received a positive pregnancy test result along with my pregnancy status. If I go to another obstetrics and gynecology clinic, do I need to take ano...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, usually a urine test is done to confirm once. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Irregular Menstruation: Concerns About Pregnancy and Cycle Delays

Menstrual irregularities Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about my situation. My menstrual period was from May 11 to May 17. I calculated my ovulation period to be around May 25 to May 27. I had sexual intercourse on May 26, during which we used a condom throughout, and I withd...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: 1. The probability of pregnancy is low. 2. The bleeding on June 11 was not implantation bleeding. 3. Staying up late may lead to a delay in your menstrual period. If you have concerns, it is recommended to take a pregnancy test for confirmation. The Hualien Hospital of the...

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Can You Get Pregnant After Masturbation and Unprotected Sex?

If you masturbate and then have unprotected sex three hours later, there is a possibility of pregnancy if sperm is present. If you then use a condom after a period of unprotected sex, the risk of pregnancy decreases significantly, as long as the condom is used correctly and consi...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if it is the fertile period and complete contraceptive measures were not taken, it is advisable to take emergency contraception as a precaution. Wishing you good health.

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Can You Get Pregnant After Masturbation and Unprotected Sex?

If you masturbate and then have unprotected sex three hours later, there is a possibility of pregnancy if sperm is present. If you then use a condom after some time, the risk of pregnancy would depend on whether sperm was still viable and if the condom was used correctly. It'...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I have already responded to your inquiry. Wishing you good health.

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Progesterone Use in PCOS: When to Seek Further Medical Advice?

Progesterone and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period was on June 3rd, and I had sexual intercourse on June 11th. I visited the obstetrics and gynecology department on July 2nd, July 10th, and July 17th, where I had a urine pregnancy test that ...


Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, there are various medications for treating polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), including contraceptives, progesterone, ovulation induction agents, and insulin-sensitizing medications. If the use of progesterone is ineffective, please return for a follow-up consultation with ...

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Abnormal Bleeding: Could It Be Pregnancy or Just Irregular Periods?

Abnormal bleeding, menstrual irregularities, could they indicate pregnancy? On June 4th, I had intercourse with my boyfriend using a condom, and it lasted about five minutes. Afterward, I realized that it was during my fertile period, and my app indicated that my period was due o...


Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the situation in July may indicate menstrual irregularities or abnormal bleeding outside of the normal menstrual period following a regular cycle in June. It is recommended that you visit a gynecologist for a check-up. Thank you.

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Unexpected Third Pregnancy: Considering Abortion Amid Genetic Concerns

I accidentally became pregnant with my third child and I want to have an abortion? My eldest son from my previous relationship has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. After marrying my current husband and having a daughter and a son, I discovered that my husband's mother and sister...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, please consult with your obstetrician to discuss this matter, as it needs to comply with the Maternal and Child Health Act regulations. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang

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Understanding Brown Discharge and Abdominal Pain After Menstruation

Brown discharge after menstruation, accompanied by lower abdominal pain? This menstrual cycle is unusual. From July 12 to July 13, there was brown discharge, but it was minimal and did not progress. Then on July 17, there was pink discharge, and by July 18, menstruation started. ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it could be a gastrointestinal issue. If there is no improvement, it is advisable to see a doctor. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Safe Practices and Timing

Can I get pregnant? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my girlfriend's menstrual cycle, which is usually between 29 to 31 days. According to the menstrual tracking app, we had intercourse on the seventh day before her next period (seven days after ovulation). We used a...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Conception Dates: A Guide for Expecting Mothers

Date of conception Hello Doctor, this year I started having regular menstrual cycles. My period began on January 8 and ended on January 11. My last menstrual period was on February 6 and ended on February 10. In April, I took a pregnancy test which was negative, but on May 10, I ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the estimated date of conception is around mid-April, but it is difficult to determine the exact day. Wishing you good health.

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Can You Get Pregnant After Showering Post-Intercourse?

Will I get pregnant? After ejaculation on a woman's body, if both partners take a shower to wash off the semen, and if the water used for rinsing carries some semen to the external genital area, is there a possibility of pregnancy?


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Conception Dates: A Guide for Expecting Mothers

Date of conception Hello Doctor, this year I started having regular menstrual cycles. My period began on January 8 and ended on January 11. My last menstrual period was on February 6 and ended on February 10. In April, I took a pregnancy test which was negative. On May 10, I went...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible that conception occurred in mid-April. Wishing you good health.

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Can You Get Pregnant with PCOS After Birth Control? Expert Insights

Polycystic Pregnancy Issues Hello doctor, my girlfriend has polycystic ovary syndrome and has been taking birth control pills for 2 to 3 months, but she stopped on July 16. However, we had sexual intercourse on July 13, and the condom broke halfway, resulting in ejaculation insid...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the oral contraceptive pill must be taken at the same time every day, and correct usage can achieve a 99% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy. Early pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to make a determination. It is recomme...

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